Weight Distribution System Recommendation for a 2013 Ford F-150 Towing 8500 lb Trailer

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Im looking at the suspension enhancement product TFRTT1502D for a 2013 F150 STX two-wheel drive. This one has a capacity of 7000# and TFR1502D is rated at 6000#. How do I determine which one I should use? Im towing a travel trailer that weighs 8500#.

asked by: Matt V

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Actually for towing a trailer as heavy as yours I have a better solution than suspension enhancement. Instead you would want a weight distribution system. Not only will weight distribution help prevent rear suspension sag like the suspension enhancement, but it will also move part of the tongue weight of the trailer up to the front axle of the trailer which will help with braking and handling unlike suspension enhancement.

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

Typically tongue weight is 10-15 percent of the total trailer weight. So based on the weight of your trailer your tongue weight would be between 850 and 1,275. Because of that I would recommend the # RP66084 which has a tongue weight range of 600 lbs - 1,200 lbs and features the only sway control on the market that works to prevent sway before it starts.

If you need a 2 inch ball you would want the part # A-90, or for 2-5/16 inch you would want # 19286.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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A Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System such as #TFR1504D which fits your 2013 Ford F-150, does not take the place of a weight distribution system. The Timbren systems will help reduce body roll and absorb shock but will not transfer the load…

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Answer 2

Many people use suspension enhancement systems when towing trailers, including myself. Determining which type of suspension enhancement is best for you will depend on your needs and preferences. Since you mentioned towing a trailer, I would look…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part #TFR1504D is for 4 wheel drive models, part #TFR1502D is for 2 wheel drive models, and part #TFR1504D-P3 is for 4 wheel drive models that have been lifted 4". The weight capacities are…

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Answer 5

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 6

If you are installing just the Firestone Ride-Rite kit, #F2400, and not also adding an on-board air compressor such as #F2158, then I would estimate that it should take about 2 hours to install the kit. That is for someone with some mechanical…

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Since you have a wheelbase/axle spacing of 38 inches the correct hanger kit for slipper springs would be the part #HAP-105-205-01. And then for a 7k trailer axle the u-bolt kit you'd want would be the part #APUBR-8. I attached the diagram to use…

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Answer 8

Since Demco uses 3,500 drum brake assemblies part #DMSB24429M and #DMSB24428M what you'd need is similar 3,500 electric brake assemblies like the etrailer part #AKEBRK-35L-SA for the left hand side and #AKEBRK-35R-SA for the right hand side. To…

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Answer 9

The best option we offer for your dump trailer is the Erickson Mesh Tarp and Truck Bed Cover part #EM57059 which measures 12' wide x 16' long. It's not the exact dimensions you wanted but it will still cover most of the area you need it…

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Answer 10

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 11

To tow your trailer that uses an RV style 7-way blade style connector with your semi that has a 7-pin connector, you need to construct an adapter that will also combine the brake signal into the right and left directional signal pins. This can be…

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Answer 12

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Weight Distribution System Recommendation for a 2013 Ford F-150 Towing 8500 lb Trailer

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